Grandmother Passed Away

[Imbrifer]

we told stories about him which nobody else had ever heard, and before long we were laughing and having a good time. Best medicine is laughter!

Excellent advice right there.

Remember that your grandmother will live on in all the deeds she's done - the good things shes done for you and your family. You and everyone else in her life in turn pass what you learned from her and how she impacted you on to those around you. This is how I've looked at my family members who have died, and I believe I honor them and do them justice by treating others in the world well, and striving to make the world a better place. Care for your parents and those around you to make sure they get through it alright, and care for yourself - make sure everyone talks about it (when they're ready) and things will be well.

And by the way, all of those lending their hearts in this thread: you are lovely people.

[gizmofo]

Grandfather passed away just under 3 years ago.. One of the hardest times of my life.. I was in a state of regret and constant depression after his death.. I really don't think anything would have got me out of that. The worst part and the thing that kept me down is the fact that I knew I wasn't aware of the full extent of what was going on. Only time will really heal that kind of thing. After a few months, I began being optimistic. I've prayed for him every day since the 23rd of January =)
I sometimes feel that maybe it was harder ending it while being so close- those last few days I was closest to him then ever before.. I was the only one who really went out of their way to entertain him. He died suddenly, but peacefully.
I wish the best for your grandmother, and yourself.

[Nuk3m]

Originally Posted by gizmofo

Grandfather passed away just under 3 years ago.. One of the hardest times of my life.. I was in a state of regret and constant depression after his death.. I really don't think anything would have got me out of that. The worst part and the thing that kept me down is the fact that I knew I wasn't aware of the full extent of what was going on. Only time will really heal that kind of thing. After a few months, I began being optimistic. I've prayed for him every day since the 23rd of January =)
I sometimes feel that maybe it was harder ending it while being so close- those last few days I was closest to him then ever before.. I was the only one who really went out of their way to entertain him. He died suddenly, but peacefully.
I wish the best for your grandmother, and yourself.

hmm when my grandfather died in 2000 i was only 14 then, i believe it was one of the hardest things i ever had faced. my problem was i held my emotions inside too much. i dont know why, but i felt it was being weak to cry. i only found out later that my grandfathers last thing in his journal was...

Sun 11/5
Went to new house, played chess with VJ. had a great time with him, a swell time. House is looking better all the time.

They were in the process of moving into a retirement village, and I had gone over to their temporary appt. and played chess with him one afternoon to keep him company.

after they finally moved in, a week later he died. ugh memories... they bring the tears back...

[gizmofo]

Originally Posted by Nuk3m

hmm when my grandfather died in 2000 i was only 14 then, i believe it was one of the hardest things i ever had faced. my problem was i held my emotions inside too much. i dont know why, but i felt it was being weak to cry. i only found out later that my grandfathers last thing in his journal was...

Sun 11/5
Went to new house, played chess with VJ. had a great time with him, a swell time. House is looking better all the time.

They were in the process of moving into a retirement village, and I had gone over to their temporary appt. and played chess with him one afternoon to keep him company.

after they finally moved in, a week later he died. ugh memories... they bring the tears back...

Sometimes its best to see that others share your experiences. Helps more than anything else can.